When you sell a residential property that is not your main home, you may be liable to pay Capital Gains Tax on the profit you make. It is crucial that all landlords and property owners understand what this tax is and how it directly impacts the final return on your investment.
Property and Landlord
Allowable Expenses for Landlords: What You Can Claim Against Rental Income
In the UK, it is a general rule that as a landlord, you are only taxed on your net rental profits rather than your total rental earnings. You can calculate your net rental profits through this formula: Net Rental Profit = Gross Rental Income – Allowable Expenses It is crucial to know exactly which costs […]
Landlord Capital Gains Tax Explained
If you are a landlord in the UK, and are thinking about selling your property, an essential part of this process includes assessing the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) applied to your sale. CGT is calculated only on the Profit made from selling your property, not on the full sale price. Due to this, it is […]
Rental Income Tax: A Landlord’s Guide to Taxable Rental Income in the UK
As a landlord, you have to pay various types of taxes subjected to your properties. One of these taxes is subjected to rental income as well. All rental income that you earn from your UK properties is taxable and has to be reported to HMRC through the Self-Assessment system. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or […]
Tax Benefits and Pitfalls of Buying Property Through a Limited Company
In recent years, the trend of buying properties through a limited company has grown and has become very popular among landlords and property investors. This trend is especially appealing to people who want to optimise their tax position and build an expandable property portfolio. Even though using this process can be beneficial, one can not […]
6 Strategies on How to Avoid Stamp Duty Legally
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a government tax on property purchases in England and Northern Ireland, applied when the transaction price exceeds a certain threshold. It is one of the most significant upfront costs for property buyers in the UK. It often adds thousands of pounds to the overall expense for said buyers. There […]